Correct Answer - Option 1 : Only 1 and 2
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Only 1 and 2.
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Brahmo Samaj was founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy in 1828, He was also known as The father of Indian Renaissance.
- He also founded Atmiya Sabha, and fought for abolition of Sati Pratha.
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Brahmo Samaj was related to social reforms, the Samaj wanted to purify Hinduism of the evil practices which had crept into it.
- The main features of Brahmo Samaj were:
- It denounced Polytheism.
- It worked for the betterment of women.
- It critcised caste system in the Hindu Society.
- It was basically based on two pillars of reason, Veda and Upanishads.
- The influence of Brahmo Samaj didn't go beyond Calcutta and Bengal.